What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP Defense Manufacturing Training Program position at Surf Search Inc?
Position : VP Defense Manufacturing Training Program
Location : Danville, VA
Medium size business in the Danville area providing Defense Manufacturing is looking for a Vice President that can provide strategic oversight and management of this critical / tactical training program.
Individual will be responsible for ensuring the successful training, support, and placement of students, with companies that are doing research, design, produce, deliver, and maintain military weapons systems, subsystems, and components.
The right candidate will need to have SIGNIFICANT leadership experience, budget management, with a mix of entrepreneurial experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide visionary leadership
Develop and implement strategies for program growth
Create sustainability and continuous improvement for the program
Lead and mentor the department’s leadership team
Be fully engaged with Industry and Community partners
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders
Manage the project milestones and deliverables
Guide the development and execution of recruitment, training, and job placement strategies
Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of program data to ensure alignment with industry goals and program objectives
Provide regular updates to company executives
Maintain compliance with all program requirements, including adherence to contracts and regulatory standards
REQUIREMENTS
Master’s in Business Administration, Education, Workforce Development or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in workforce development or education management
At least 5 years in a leadership role
Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining strategic partnerships
Proven track record of leading large-scale training or workforce development programs
Defense sector experience.
Technical experience in the area of manufacturing, a plus
High level presentation experience at very senior level audiences .
Additional REQUIREMENTS
No Remote – typical week – 4 days on site
Due to contracts with the United States Government, candidates must be either US Citizens or US Permanent Residents
Minimal relocation package provided
